Senator Thang’wa alleges plot to kill Gachagua during Gatundu visit
Thang’wa said Gachagua’s team had received alarming and threatening messages claiming that Gachagua, popularly known as “Riggy G,” would not leave Gatundu alive. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa has alerted authorities to an alleged plot against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during his Gatundu visit, claiming threatening messages and the mobilization of "goons" aiming to harm Gachagua.
- Senator Thang’wa alleged that Gachagua's team received threatening messages stating "RiggyG will not leave Gatundu alive."
- He accused Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, Gatundu North MP Elijah Kururia, and Muranga Woman Rep Betty Sawa of being behind the alleged threats.
- The alert follows an incident where Gachagua appeared in Kagio, Kirinyaga County, wearing a military-style helmet and bulletproof vest after his convoy encountered teargas.
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